A 26-Year-Old Man Presented to the Office Complaining of Jaw

A 26-year-old man presented to the office complaining of jaw pain while chewing food. The pain has been present for the last 6 months. The patient has been complaining of ear pain and decreased hearing in the left ear. His girlfriend noticed that he is grinding on his teeth while sleeping. Physical examination shows decreased ability to open the mouth fully, and pain during jaw movements. Otoscopic examination is clear without any findings. Involvement of which of the following nerves could explain the patient's symptoms?

A) Cervical spinal nerves
B) Facial nerve
C) Mandibular nerve
D) Maxillary nerve
E) Vestibulocochlear nerve

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